1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Land Cruiser | 156 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3429 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2600 mm |